COVID-19 Information

Last updated: 10/07/2022

The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect. For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers.

Check the CDC website for additional information and Frequently Asked Questions.

Entry and Exit Requirements:

  • Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens? No
  • Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry? No
  • Are health screening procedures in place at airports and other ports of entry? No

Quarantine Information:

  • Are U.S. citizens required to quarantine? No

COVID-19 Testing:

  • Are PCR and/or antigen tests available for U.S. citizens in Uzbekistan? Yes 
  • If so, are test results reliably available within one calendar day? Yes  
  • COVID-19 PCR tests are available at clinics and medical facilities throughout Uzbekistan.  The cost of testing is typically between 200,000 and 350,000 Uzbekistani Soum ($20-$35 USD), and is paid by the patient prior to testing.  U.S. citizens should inquire with the local government (Mahalla) or hotel for the nearest clinic.  The following link includes a list of known clinics in Tashkent that provide PCR tests:  https://uz.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/covid-19-testing-facilities/
  • Test results are generally returned via the messaging app Telegram, or through clinic-specific patient portals.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information:

  • Are vaccines available in Uzbekistan for U. S. citizens to receive?
  • Covid-19 vaccines are available at various polyclinics through the country, and some vaccine clinics are located in grocery stores and bazaars. Vaccination is available for everyone in country.
  • Which vaccines are available in Uzbekistan?Vaxzevria (also known as Astra Zeneca), Uzbek-Chinese vaccine ZF-UZ-VAC2001, Sputnik, Moderna, Pfizer
  • Visit the FDA’s website to learn more about FDA-approved vaccinesin the United States.

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